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By Maryann Gromisch RN HERWriter Guide August 16, 2011 - 5:33am 1) Hypothyroidism is a treatable condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough of the hormones called thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).

People who have an under-active thyroid (hypothyroidism) feel tired, have poor memory, have a poor appetite, feel constipated and gain weight. They have a slow heart rate and feel puffy and sleepy. What is hypothyroidism and how can it be diagnosed?

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